Service Advisor - OpenRoad Toyota

DRIVING POSSIBILITIES

Position:
Service Advisor

Status:
Full-Time

Dealership:
Open Road Toyota Richmond

Department:
Service

Compensation: $70,000-$90,000 per annum
* this is a commissioned position - wages commensurate experience & productivity

We believe in doing good for our customers and for ourselves. Whether it's launching the most anticipated model of the year or purchasing a vehicle for your next adventure, great people and relationships are at every turn with Open Road.

We are proud of our forward‑thinking culture developed over 40 years of continuous improvement initiatives. Open Road is one of the largest and fastest growing automotive retail groups in the country (representing 21 automotive brands across 41 locations) with a shared vision to become the national automotive leader in customer experience. As one of Canada's Best Employers and Best Managed Companies, we are looking for team players who are excited to continually learn, work hard, and take ownership of their role.

If you love the idea of joining an organization with unlimited possibilities to accelerate your career, then apply to Open Road and grow with us today!

• Opportunity to work with a variety of OEM BRANDS including:
  Acura Audi, BMW, Honda, Jaguar, Land Rover, Lexus, Mazda, Mercedes‑Benz, MINI, Porsche, Rolls‑Royce, Subaru, Toyota, Volkswagen
• Amazing Incentives including but not limited to:
  Discounted Vehicle Purchasing Program, Boot Allowance, Computer Rebate Program, Employee Referral Program, Employer RRSP Matching
• Internal and external, training & development opportunities for skill‑development and growth
• Be part of a collaborative, friendly and progressive work‑culture with an emphasis on transparency, innovation, relationship and empowerment
• Comprehensive extended health and dental plan, tailored around Associate wellness
• Recognition and Engagement Events!

• Handle customers inquiries promptly and accurately, listen to vehicle concerns and write repair orders.
• Ensure repair orders and all paper work is legibly and accurately completed, with all customer requests or points of concern documented.
• Obtain all customer (including signature) and vehicle data and fill in required spaces on all repair orders.
• Process all paperwork as jobs are completed.
• Review all repairs and changes with customer upon delivery of vehicle.
• Assist in scheduling customer vehicles for service work by allowing adequate time for repairs/maintenance and securing additional time as required.
• Monitor work‑in‑progress to ensure that repairs are being performed properly and time schedule is being met as promised. Notify customers if delays are expected or additional work is needed.
• Use service files to suggest additional repairs or services if required.
• Estimate costs and completion times, do not hesitate to ask Service Manager for assistance.
• Identify and give special attention to repeat repairs, assign original technician on all comeback jobs.
• Notify customers when backorder parts become available.
• Determine warranty coverage and verify repair date, mileage, etc.
• Resolve all customer complaints for a win/win outcome. Implement/suggest preventative measures to reduce number of complaints.
• Perform walk‑around inspection on all customer vehicles noting damage such as: scratches, dents, missing hubcaps, etc.
• Arrange for alternate transportation as needed and manage loaner vehicles.
• Work to improve dealership CSI and general customer satisfaction in accordance with Open Road's philosophies, policies and procedures.
• Maintain paperwork and ensure reception area is in a clean and orderly fashion.
• Must follow company safety policies and practices, and immediately, report any and all accidents to a Manager/Supervisor.
• This position will be expected to perform other duties as assigned by management.
• Open Road reserves the right to modify this job description as business needs require.

• Working knowledge of automotive equipment.
• Ability to speak Mandarin a tremendous asset
• Knowledge of techniques of customer satisfaction and retention.
• Ability to maintain records and prepare reports…